Course Info

Code IND5 - 163

Duration 4 Days

Format Classroom, Online

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Legal And Ethical Governance In Healthcare

Course Summary

This comprehensive course delves into healthcare's legal and ethical dimensions, preparing professionals to navigate complex regulatory and ethical landscapes. Emphasizing practical applications, the course covers key topics such as patient consent, legal reporting requirements, and ethical decision-making. Through interactive lectures and case studies, participants will gain a deep understanding of healthcare laws and ethical principles, ensuring they can confidently address challenges in healthcare settings.


Upon completion of this course, participants will be able to:

  • Understand and apply healthcare laws and ethical principles.
  • Navigate regulatory frameworks and compliance requirements.
  • Address ethical dilemmas in patient care and organizational policies.
  • Enhance the quality and safety of patient care through ethical governance.

This course is intended for 

  • Healthcare administrators and managers
  • Clinical professionals and practitioners
  • Legal advisors and compliance officers in healthcare
  • Policymakers and regulators

This course uses a variety of adult learning styles to aid full understanding and comprehension. 

  • Interactive lectures and discussions
  • Real-world case studies and examples
  • Group projects and collaborative exercises
  • Practical workshops on legal and ethical scenarios

Course Content & Outline

Section 1: Introduction to Healthcare Law and Ethics

  • Overview of legal and ethical principles in healthcare
  • Historical development of healthcare law and ethics

Section 2: Regulatory Framework and Compliance

  • Government regulations and healthcare policies
  • Compliance with healthcare laws and standards
  • Case studies on regulatory compliance

Section 3: Ethical Decision-Making in Healthcare

  • Ethical theories and principles
  • Frameworks for ethical decision-making
  • Case studies on ethical dilemmas

Section 4: Patient Rights and Confidentiality

  • Legal aspects of patient consent
  • Confidentiality and privacy laws
  • Managing patient information ethically

Section 5: Professional Accountability and Medical Negligence

  • Understanding medical malpractice and negligence
  • Legal responsibilities of healthcare professionals
  • Case studies on professional accountability

Section 6: Legal Reporting and Documentation

  • Legal requirements for reporting and documentation
  • Handling incidents and adverse events
  • Practical exercises on legal documentation

Section 7: End-of-Life Care and Ethical Considerations

  • Legal and ethical issues in end-of-life care
  • Advance directives and patient autonomy
  • Case studies on end-of-life decisions

Section 8: Healthcare Governance and Policy

  • Role of governance in healthcare organizations
  • Developing and implementing ethical policies
  • Best practices in healthcare governance

Certificate Description

Upon successful completion of this training course, delegates will be awarded a Holistique Training Certificate of Completion. For those who attend and complete the online training course, a Holistique Training e-Certificate will be provided.

Holistique Training Certificates are accredited by the British Accreditation Council (BAC) and The CPD Certification Service (CPD), and are certified under ISO 9001, ISO 21001, and ISO 29993 standards.

CPD credits for this course are granted by our Certificates and will be reflected on the Holistique Training Certificate of Completion. In accordance with the standards of The CPD Certification Service, one CPD credit is awarded per hour of course attendance. A maximum of 50 CPD credits can be claimed for any single course we currently offer.



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